Our mission
The England Manor Underground Railroad Museum honors African American heritage by preserving and sharing the history of the Underground Railroad, promoting education, cultural awareness, and community empowerment through events like the Juneteenth Festival.
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2026 Juneteenth Lake County Festival Vendor Fee
BE APART of one of Lake County’s largest cultural celebrations! The Lake CountyJuneteenth Parade & Festival brings together community, culture, and commercefor a powerful day honoring freedom, heritage, and economic empowerment.📈 Over 3,000 attendees last year 🎉 An even larger crowd expected this yearEvent: Lake County Juneteenth Parade & Festival Date: June 20, 2026Location: Waukegan, ILHosted by: African American Museum at the England Manor & the Juneteenth Lake County Celebration Committee
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Donation
Donate to support the Lake County Juneteenth Parade & Festival 2026
$475 of $5,000 goal
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Official Juneteenth Merch
Celebrate freedom with the Official Juneteenth T‑Shirt 🎉Each shirt honors the legacy of Juneteenth and the African American journey from bondage to liberation.Your purchase supports the Lake County Juneteenth Parade & Festival. Wear it to the Juneteenth Celebration and year‑round as a visible tribute to our shared history and ongoing commitment to freedom and community. ✊🏾Black Outside
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https://www.juneteenthlakecountyil.com/
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